Ashbourne Women's Rugby

08/06/2026

Yesterday we had the pleasure of having rugbycoachjess come and put us through our paces with our tackle technique. For many of us, growing up wrestling people to the floor is a fairly new concept, so it feels good to break it down and really hone in on our technique!

Safe to say we all came away feeling a lot more confident, and we’re all really excited to put it into practice in the new season!

Thanks Jess!

07/06/2026

04/06/2026

A fab start to our new season, some new faces and some past players returning! Did we get wet … maybe?! 😂😂

03/06/2026

It's time... 💛💙💛

Will we see you there?

31/05/2026

The countdown begins!

Fun, fitness, friends, sunshine... what's not to love?!

31/05/2026

It’s a great day when you need extra hands to hold your awards!

Last night was our inaugural Dinner Dance, held with the wider ARUFC Club. A great chance to see what everyone looks like without the mud, and recognise players achievements and all the volunteers that keep the show on the road in the background!

A huge well done to Jasmin, who took Player’s Player *and* Captain’s Player, and Meg who ran away with Top Points Scorer. Both of these players put their bodies on the line and their hearts into the team, and very much deserve these Awards! 💙

No rest for the wicked, we’re back training on Wednesday. If this looks like a bit of you, why not come see what it’s all about?

Wednesday, 6.30pm at the Eiger Pitch on the Rec. See you there!

30/05/2026

A massive thank you to the shield sponsors, and have a great night tonight everyone 🏆🙌

Tonight is our annual dinner dance and this year all awards have been replaced with shields. All sponsored by some of our many supporters of the club - thank you, you are all the beating heart of this club and your continued support is appreciated.

Awards presented this evening are:

Players Player
Men’s 1s, - Tom Ferry Shield
Men’s 2s, - Richard Hill memorial shield (kindly donated by Jon Sherry)
Men’s 3s - Brilliant ideas shield
Women’s - Terava shield

Captains player
Men’s 1s, - MCS shield
Men’s 2s, - Yeldersley Hall shield
Men’s 3s - Jon sherry Shield
Women’s - Peeling shield

Young player - MCS shield

Men’s Top try scorer - Ian frith DJF Electrical

Men’s Top points scorer - Jason Rowland shield

Men’s Coaches player - Bowmer Bond shield

Women’s Top Point scorer - Wadeson family Shield

Club Person of the Year - The Woodroffe family shield

💙💛

25/05/2026

It's almost time to get 26/27 pre-season underway!

If you're thinking about a return to rugby, we have a space in our NC3 team for you. If you're thinking you might want to try for the first time, we have game opportunities with other new players in our Inner Warrior League 😁

So what's stopping you?!

Training begins Wednesday 3rd June - Ashbourne Rec - 6.15pm meet time for a prompt 6.30pm start. Wear comfortable clothes, trainers and bring a water bottle!

Any questions? Drop us a message, we're happy to help!

18/05/2026

Ever fancied rugby but a bit nervous? Worried you aren't fit enough? Now is your time! Suitable and tailored to existing and new players, we'd love to welcome some fresh faces into our team. Message us for any more details, or just turn up! All you need is some comfortable clothes, a water bottle and a sense of humour 😁

Hope to see you then!

09/05/2026

Update: we’ve ended our season a little earlier than anticipated & withdrawn from the festival at Lincoln on Sunday - hope those that can make it have a fantastic time 🎉

We’d just like to say a massive thank you to everyone who’s supported our journey this season - fundraising, coaching, volunteering, organising, sharing their expertise & skills, spreading the word, cheering us on at the side lines…and to all those who have put their heart and soul into it on the pitch! ❤️

We couldn’t do it without everyone’s support - in the words of Captain Holly “we only make progress as a team, we only win AS A TEAM!” 💪

We’ve got a few weeks off before pre-season training starts - a great opportunity to come and meet the team if you’re looking to have some fun getting fit or fancy trying something new. Wishing everyone a great summer & we’ll see you again next season 😁